Parson Russell Terrier, English name: Parson Russell Terrier, originated in the mid-18th century, but it was not recognized by the AKC until 2002. Its name is derived from the most famous hunter and priest at the time, Parson Russell. According to historical records, Pastor Russell liked to bring hunting dogs and working terriers to help him hunt. With their help, the efficiency of hunting became higher. Due to the small size of Parson Russell Terrier, it is very suitable for hunting European red foxes, so the pastor used them specifically for hunting European red foxes.
In the past, in the suburbs of Devonshire, England, Parson Russell Terriers, horses, and hunting dogs often tracked foxes together. When the hunting dogs chased the foxes, the foxes would hide in their underground dens. At this time, the Parson Russell Terriers would go in and continue to track, driving the foxes out and then continuing the hunt.
This breed is friendly, intelligent, and active, but a bit impulsive. Like other terriers, it is aggressive towards dogs of the same sex and enjoys chasing small animals. It has an unparalleled love for exercise. It is extremely strategic, brave, and stubborn when working, and playful and energetic at home, while also being very gentle.
It has an independent personality, but due to its excessive energy, it still needs its owner's attention. It is not noisy, does not cause chaos, and is obedient and obedient to its owner.
Parson Russell Terrier originated in southern England in the 18th century. It is a white terrier breed that was primarily bred to better capture European red foxes. However, this breed was not recognized by the AKC until 2002.
This breed is agile, alert, brave, and full of energy. Its greatest charm lies in its intelligence, enthusiasm, and patience. Unfortunately, most dog breed clubs worldwide do not recognize the Jack Russell as an independent breed. However, its qualities have not been overshadowed. For enthusiasts of this breed, such a situation may be more conducive to the preservation of its lineage.
This dog, although small in size, has well-developed motor cells and requires sufficient exercise every day, making it more suitable for young, energetic, and patient people to raise.
Toegia fungus
Symptoms: Dog frequently licks toes, toes become red and wet, severe cases may lead to lameness
Preparation: Iodine solution, erythromycin ointment, Elizabethan collar
Instructions: Put on Elizabethan collar, remove hair from the foot, rinse with soapy water or wipe with iodine solution, apply erythromycin ointment between the toes after the inflammation dries, once a day, repeat for one week.
Ear mites
Symptoms: Dog scratches and shakes its head and ears, strong acid odor from the ears, accompanied by increased tear stains, hair loss in the ears, dark brown secretions and earwax.
Preparation: Ear flush, ear cleaning solution
Instructions: Clean the hair inside the dog's ears, pour the ear cleaning solution or ear flush into the ear canal, gently massage the ear base for 30 seconds, wait for the dog to shake out the ear cleaning solution, use cotton balls to wipe away the secretions and gently clean the earlobe and ear canal.
Skin disease
Symptoms: Dog experiences itching, red and itchy skin, dog scratches uncontrollably, dull and rough coat, increased dandruff, even patchy hair loss.
Preparation: Dilute saltwater, topical ointment or skin spray, vitamin B.
Instructions: Put an Elizabethan collar on the dog to prevent scratching and licking, trim the problematic skin and surrounding hair, rinse with saltwater for sterilization, then apply ointment or use spray, along with antibiotics and vitamin B.
1. Parson Russell Terriers have a very long lifespan. With attentive care, they rarely experience major illnesses. However, due to early breeding and other factors, some Russell Terriers may develop adolescent cataracts or deafness.
2. They are naturally active and enjoy exercise, but owners must be careful not to let them have too much daily activity or engage in too much vigorous exercise to prevent knee joint dislocation accidents.
3. There is no need to crop their ears or dock their tails. At most, their folded ears are more prone to accumulation of dirt, but regular cleaning to keep them clean and dry can prevent ear mites and otitis media. Overall, their daily care is quite easy.
4. Russell Terriers have smooth short hair and long coarse hair. Regular brushing is necessary, at least once a week. Since they enjoy running around outdoors, their fur is more likely to get dirty, so regular brushing not only removes dirt from their fur in a timely manner and keeps their body clean, but also helps to strengthen the bond between the owner and the dog.
1. Do not bathe frequently
When bathing a dog, it should not be done too frequently. The frequency of bathing depends on the dog's hygiene condition. In hot weather, it can be bathed one or two more times, while in winter, it can be reduced by one or two times. However, the total number of baths should not exceed 5 times. Otherwise, it will damage its fur and skin!
2. Brush regularly
Dogs shed their fur almost every day, especially during spring and autumn when seasonal shedding is more severe. To promote good fur growth, regularly brushing the fur is an important step. Pet owners can use dedicated pet brushes to help remove naturally shed fur and prevent tangling. Brushing once in the morning and once in the evening for about five minutes each time is sufficient.
3. Sunbathe
Sunbathing is beneficial for the growth of a dog's fur. In addition to making the fur more shiny, exposing the dog to sunlight can also help kill bacteria. While sunbathing, pet owners can let the dogs exercise a bit, which can improve their physical fitness, promote blood circulation, and help grow healthier fur.
4. Parasite prevention
Poor fur condition is closely related to parasites. Parasites absorb a large amount of nutrients from the dog's body and compete for nutrients, so parasite prevention is essential. It is recommended to perform internal and external parasite prevention together. Additionally, deworming medication can cause significant damage to the dog's gastrointestinal system, so it is advisable to feed the dog with probiotics to alleviate gastrointestinal discomfort.
5. Pay attention to diet
In order for a dog to have a beautiful coat, it is necessary to establish a good nutritional foundation and pay attention to its daily diet. On one hand, feed the dog with nutritious and healthy dog food that meets its needs. On the other hand, provide the dog with a moderate amount of lean meat, cooked egg yolks, and vegetable oil.
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